A writer has taken on the responsibility of delivering the proclamation for the Ayala festivities, expressing both excitement and a touch of apprehension. In her speech, she will share how she experiences the celebrations and her deep personal connection to the region. Although originally from Amurrio, she has made Ayala her home since the age of fifteen and wishes to continue living there in the future.
Her selection as the town crier is largely due to her commitment to the region and her contribution to promoting Ayala through her literary works. The writer emphasizes that she has put down roots in the area and that her works have helped showcase the local beauty and heritage.
“"Here I have put down roots and, consequently, I am from here. As a child, I had no idea how much I would love these towns. This also appears in books and will continue to be so in the future. We have many beautiful things in Ayala and we must spread that."
Her literary career began with children's literature, aiming to assist with grief processes, with the work Haizene and the strength of memories. Subsequently, she published Aialur: The secret of Maroño, creating a fantasy world set in Maroño. This work has been very well received in the region's schools, encouraging many parents to visit Maroño.
Currently, she is immersed in adult literature, and her latest novel, Cuando el bosque recuerde, focuses on Basque mythology. The writer stresses the importance of cultivating and preserving Basque heritage, culture, and roots, as external references are often sought, neglecting local richness. In her works, she brings mythological characters such as Basajaun, Mari, Sugaar, and Akerbeltz into the contemporary world.
Last year, she served on the jury for the Euskadi Literature Prize in the novel category, an experience she describes as enriching and one that allowed her to gain a deeper understanding of Basque literature. Looking ahead, she has two new novel projects underway and is also writing the second part of Aialur.
